Central Russia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

It's iconic.
It's iconic.
Onion-like domes with fancy #patterns, Saint Basil's Cathedral is the most iconic structure in #Moscow alongside with Kremlin.
Northern door of the Dormition (Assumption) Cathedral in the Kremlin, Moscow, Russia.
The Saint Basil's Cathedral in Red Square, Moscow, Russia. It is also known as The Cathedral of Vasily the Blessed. The building, now a museum, is officially known as the Cathedral of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos on the Moat or Pokrovsky Cathedral. It was built from 1555–1561 on orders from Ivan the Terrible and commemorates the capture of Kazan and Astrakhan.

Where to stay in Central Russia

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Molzhaninovsky District

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

When in Molzhaninovsky District, you can plan a visit to Mega Khimki Mall and Ezhi Monument, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Molzhaninovsky District
Moscow City Centre

Moscow City Centre

4.5/5(81 area reviews)

Theatres, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Moscow City Centre. Make a stop by Tomb of the Unknown Soldier or Kremlin Arsenal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Okhotny Ryad Station or Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Station to get around town.

Moscow City Centre
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Moskovskiy

When in Moskovskiy, you can plan a visit to Vnukovo Airport Public Museum of Battle and Labor Glory and State Memorial Museum of Bulat Okudzhava, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Moskovskiy
It's iconic.

Central Administrative Okrug

If you're spending time in Central Administrative Okrug, check out sights like Tomb of the Unknown Soldier or State Historical Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Okhotny Ryad Station or Teatral'naya Station.

Central Administrative Okrug
Indian summer & dirt jumping

South-Western Administrative Okrug

While you're in South-Western Administrative Okrug, take in top sights like Drama Theater Vernadskogo 13 or Great Moscow Circus, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Konkovo Station or Yasenevo Station.

South-Western Administrative Okrug
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Southern Administrative Okrug

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Southern Administrative Okrug, check out sights like Tsaritsyno Palace or Dream Island and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kantemirovskaya Station or Tsaritsyno Metro Station.

Southern Administrative Okrug

Popular places to visit

Moscow Kremlin showing a city, night scenes and a ferry

Moscow Kremlin

4.5/5(72 reviews)

Moscow Kremlin is just one of the places to see in Moscow, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Moscow Kremlin
Red Square, Russian Federation

Red Square

4.5/5(95 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Moscow with a stop at Red Square. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Red Square
Bolshoi Theatre which includes theatre scenes, heritage architecture and interior views

Bolshoi Theatre

4.5/5(39 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Bolshoi Theatre, a popular theatre in Moscow. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.

Bolshoi Theatre
St. Basil\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture

St. Basil's Cathedral

4.5/5(80 reviews)

After visiting St. Basil's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Moscow. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

St. Basil's Cathedral
Apartment building at Arbat street in Moscow, Russia

Arbat Street

4/5(67 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Moscow with a stop at Arbat Street. Take in the acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.

Arbat Street
Lenin\'s Mausoleum which includes a square or plaza

Lenin's Mausoleum

4/5(36 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Moscow when you take a trip to Lenin's Mausoleum. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Lenin's Mausoleum